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Huvafen Fushi

The picturesque island of Huvafen Fushi ('Dream Island'),
formerly known as Nakatchafushi, is an extremely photogenic holiday
destination, set within its own lagoon and ideal for watersports
such as scuba diving and snorkelling, or more relaxing activities
like sunset cruises and fishing. The private resort island in the
Maldives caters to the luxury end of the market and is located in
the North Malé atoll, about 15 miles (24km) from the
airport. Forty-three modern bungalows surround the lagoon, each one
boasting a private pool along with modern comforts such as plasma
TV screens and private bars. What sets Huvafen Fushi apart as a
resort is the special touches: the ocean bungalows have glass
floors, the spa features the world's first underwater massage
treatment rooms; they seem to take luxury and novelty one step
further.

There is a boutique at the resort selling some local arts and
crafts for souvenirs and things like swimwear and sarongs for those
who don't come prepared, but shopping is very limited. As with most
Maldivian resorts, guests are encouraged to visit the capital if
they want to go on shopping sprees.

Huvafen Fushi prides itself on its extensive wine cellar, making
it a good choice for those who love their tipple. There are three
restaurants on the island and the menus are heavily influenced by
Vietnamese, Italian, Japanese and modern Asian cuisine, as well as
local flavours. One of their restaurants, the aptly named Raw,
serves only raw cuisine, another specialises in seafood, and the
third in top quality international meals. All dietary needs are
catered for.

Huvafen Fushi is situated in an area that is pleasantly devoid
of heavy boat traffic, which is one of the reasons it is well-known
for its dive sites. The resort offers a number of world-class sites
and caters for beginners and experienced divers. The snorkelling is
also wonderful (they have special nighttime snorkelling
opportunities). They also offer some fishing and sailing and a
number of cruises. There is a spa, a gym and a yoga pavilion.